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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

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Sophomore gymnast Hallie Copperwheat competed in bar and beams at the NCAA regionals at the Petersen Events Center.

Weekend Sports Recap | Gymnastics competes at regionals, softball takes series against Notre Dame

By Sara Meyer, Staff Writer • April 2, 2023
Pitt athletics had a packed schedule this weekend, competing in both ACC and NCAA tournament play. Softball took two of three against Notre Dame while three members of the gymnastics team competed in the NCAA regional championships.
The Pitt softball team celebrates a run during Sunday’s game against UVA at Vartabedian Field.

Preview | Pitt softball looks for first ACC win on the road against Notre Dame

By Dylan Grace, For The Pitt News • March 30, 2023
Pitt softball is struggling in ACC play. After dropping three games to Virginia last weekend, the Panthers find themselves winless in the ACC. Staff Writer Dylan Grace breaks down Pitt’s next series against Notre Dame.
Pitt senior outfielder Bailey Drapola (24) prepares to bat during a softball game vs. St. Francis on April 6, 2022.

Pitt softball falls to in-state rival Penn State in fierce pitching duel

By Dylan Grace, For The Pitt News • March 22, 2023
Pitt softball’s woes continue, as they dropped a key rivalry game to Penn State 1-0 on Tuesday. Both team’s pitchers were lights-out, but Penn State narrowly edged out the Panthers in extra innings.
Pitt senior outfielder Bailey Drapola (24) prepares to bat during a softball game vs. St. Francis on April 6, 2022.

Softball remains winless in ACC play after dropping three games to Louisville

By Ben Pisano, Staff Writer • March 21, 2023
Pitt softball has just started ACC play, but is already struggling. The Panthers dropped three games to Louisville over the weekend, including one which ended via mercy rule. Staff writer Ben Pisano breaks down the Panthers’ struggles.
Graduate student infielder Yvonne Whaley (26) hits the ball in a game against Penn State on March 16, 2022.

Takeaways | Softball wins four of five in a jam-packed weekend in Houston

By Jermaine Sykes, Senior Staff Writer • February 28, 2023
Pitt softball traveled down to Houston to participate in the University of Houston Tournament this past weekend, finishing the weekend 4-1. Senior Staff Writer Jermaine Sykes gives his takeaways from the busy weekend.
Senior outfielder EC Taylor shields her eyes against the sunset during Pitt’s softball matchup against Penn State on March 16, 2022.

Preview | Softball looks to avoid another abysmal ACC finish in 2023

By Ben Pisano, Staff Writer • January 17, 2023
Pitt softball will look to avoid finishing in the bottom of the ACC in 2023, following last year’s abysmal campaign. Staff writer Ben Pisano breaks down the Panthers’ roster and schedule for 2023.
Sophomore pitcher Kendall Brown (44) pitches during Sunday’s game against Saint Francis University.

Pitt softball struggles against St. Francis, drops both games at Sunday double header

By Ben Pisano, For The Pitt News • October 2, 2022
Pitt softball dropped both games of their preseason double header on Sunday against St. Francis. The Panthers struggled both offensively and defensively, failing to back strong pitching performances over the two games.
Ohio added its fifth run of the game off of senior pitcher Kayla Harris during the Panther’s 6-1 loss to the Bobcats. (Photo by Matt Hawley | Staff Photographer)

Softball falls to Ohio, 6-1

By Michael Nitti | Staff Writer • March 27, 2018

Pitt softball (17-12-1) traveled to Athens Wednesday to take on Ohio University (15-12) in a non conference matchup. Pitt baseball was scheduled to take on West Virginia University in the 156th Backyard...

Olivia Gray began playing softball as a 6-year-old and just ended her sphomore season with the Panthers. Will Miller | Senior Staff Photographer

Gray’s got it in the glove

By Rebecca Sauers | Staff Writer • May 30, 2017

When 5-year-old Olivia Gray was offered a spot on a youth softball team, she didn’t want to play because she was afraid of failing. But her father, Shawn, encouraged her to give the sport another...

Rozelle Nix (25) became the fifth player to transfer from the mens basketball team this offseason, announcing his decision Tuesday. Evan Meng | Staff Photographer

Recapping an exciting two weeks in Pitt sports

By Ryan Zimba | Sports Editor • May 9, 2017

It was a busy couple of weeks for Pitt athletics, as the spring teams’ seasons come to a close and the football team had players up for the NFL draft. Here’s a rundown of everything that you might...

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